C-5 Visor Door Actuator Overhaul
ID: FA8538-25-R-0003Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8538 AFSC PZAABROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, USA

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking proposals for the overhaul of the C-5 Visor Door Actuator (VDA) to support the C-5 Galaxy cargo aircraft. This procurement involves depot-level overhaul and remanufacture services, requiring strict adherence to tolerances and specialized testing to ensure flight worthiness due to the actuator's Critical Safety Item designation. The contract will be structured as a Firm-Fixed Price/Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, anticipated to span five years, with the period of performance expected to commence in July 2025. Interested parties can contact Caiveon Thomas at caiveon.thomas@us.af.mil for further details regarding this opportunity.

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